Trekking the Inca Trail - 4 Days 3 Nights

• Get up to $60 cash back per person when you book with us 

• Guidance from an amazing G Adventures Chief Experience Officer (CEO) throughout

• Guided  4-day Inca Trail trek, with the services of porters and cooks to help take a load off

• 3 nights camping accommodation along the Inca Trail

• Meals provided: 4 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 3 dinners

• A unique, guided tour of Machu Picchu

• A mix of transport throughout the tour, including private van, train, and (of course) hiking

Eager to discover Peru your own way but still looking for guidance on the tough but rewarding Inca Trail? Then this is the trip for you!

Spread across 4, action-packed days, this multiday guided tour takes you past rambling rivers, ancient ruins, and scenic mountain views with the guidance and support of porters, cooks, and guides hired from local communities.

Fuel up with excellent, high-quality meals that are perfect for a day of trekking, including pasta, rice, chicken, fresh fruit and vegetables, oatmeal, and eggs.

With a rugged and steep terrain. the sense of accomplishment felt at the end of your journey is unparalleled once you reach Machu Picchu by sunrise.

Make the most of your adventure with visits to ancient ruins, and create memories that will last a lifetime alongside your 16 person-max capacity tour group!

Perfect for those looking for a holiday far from ordinary, this trip is packed with activities and has been made for outdoor types - so get in and book your spot today.

Where we visit:

Day 1 – Cusco to The Inca Trail

Depart Cusco by van to where the Inca Trail begins. Ease into the adventure with a straightforward day of hiking the meandering streams, stunning Andean scenery, and ancient Incan ruins.

Trek through beautiful scenery, with various flora that changes with the seasons, passing several smaller ruin sites like Llactapata.

A crew of local porters, cooks, and guides will take care of all the details for the duration of the hike. Porters carry the majority of the gear so you’ll only need to carry a small daypack with water, rain gear, snacks, a camera, etc.

Day 2 – Inca Trail

Start early to trek over progressively spectacular and steeper terrain on your way to Warmiwañusca (aka Dead Woman's Pass), the highest point of the trek at 4,198m (13,769ft). Be prepared to face intense Andean weather (blazing sun or cold winds) around the pass. Take the hike slow, and drink lots of water along the way – amazing views are waiting as a reward. Enjoy some ample time to rest and relax after reaching the camp; most campers arrive around early afternoon.

Day 3 – Inca Trail

Cross two more passes and ruins on today's trek. The first pass is Runquraqay at 3,950m (13,113 ft), where, on a clear day, hikers can catch a glimpse of the snow-capped Cordillera Vilcabamba.

Hike through the cloud forest on a gentle climb to the second pass of the day, walking through original Incan constructions. The highest point of the pass is 3,700m (12,136 ft). On a clear day, enjoy the spectacular views of the Urubamba Valley. At 3,650m (11,972 ft), reach the ruins of Phuyupatamarca, the "town above the clouds."

Camp here or go another 1hr 30min to the Wiñay Wayna ruins ("forever young") located at 2,650m (8,694ft).

Day 4 – Inca Trail to Cusco

The final day of the hike starts pre-dawn to reach the Sun Gate before sunrise. Catch the first views of the breathtaking ruins of Machu Picchu on a clear day. Hike down to Machu Picchu (about 45 mins) for a 1hr 30min guided tour of the site and free time to explore. Opt to visit the Inca Bridge (a 15-min walk one way) for no additional charge, if time allows.

Gain local insight into the Inti Mach'ay cave, Inti Watana, the Temple of the Water, the Temple of the Condor, and the Room of the Three Windows. Take time to sit and feel the energy of this 15th-century site, now both a UNESCO World Heritage site and voted one of the new Seven Wonders of the World (in a worldwide internet poll).

Climb on board the train for the ride from Aguas Calientes to Ollantaytambo, followed by the journey from Ollantaytambo to Cusco, where your journey ends at Cusco's city centre, Plaza de Armas.

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• The minimum age is 12 years and an adult over the age of 18 years must accompany each child under the age of 18 years

• While it is the suppliers intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary, and on occasion, it may be necessary or desirable to make alterations

• Porters are allowed to carry no more than 6kg of personal belongings per hiker, which means that including your sleeping bag, toiletries, clothing, etc., you are allowed a total weight of 6kg for the hike, which will be carried in a duffle bag provided by the local office. Any additional weight must then be carried by you in your day pack

• Travel insurance is compulsory in order to participate in this trip. You will not be permitted to join the group until evidence of travel insurance has been sighted by your CEO, who will take note of your insurance details

• All guests must complete and sign a waiver of liability

• It is mandatory to attend a pre-trek briefing the afternoon before the first day of the tour at 16:00. We recommend arriving at least one day prior to the tour in order to acclimatize to the altitude prior to the trek

You may cancel your booking by notifying the supplier.

Cancellation fees, if any, will be determined with reference to the date on which notice of cancellation is received by the supplier and are expressed as a percentage of the total price paid for the cancelled tour, product or service (excluding any insurance products).

Cancellation of a tour:

• Cancellation received 60 days or more before departure of first product or service in relevant booking: Lifetime deposit will be held by the supplier in accordance with these terms, the remainder of the payments made to the supplier in respect of the cancelled product will be refunded
• Cancellation received 30-59 days before departure of first product or service in relevant booking: Lifetime deposit will be held by the supplier in accordance with these terms, an amount equal to 50% of the remainder of the payments made to the supplier in respect of the cancelled tour will be refunded
• Cancellation less than 30 days before departure of first product or service in relevant booking: Lifetime deposit will be held by the supplier in accordance with these terms, and no further refund will be payable